Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Flashcards

Cognitive behavioral therapy, usually called CBT, is a structured approach to psychotherapy based on the idea that thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. This flashcard set covers the core model, the nature of automatic thoughts, common cognitive distortions, behavioral techniques, and the way these ideas are organized into practical, collaborative work. Topics move from foundational concepts to applied skills, so each group builds on the one before it.

To study effectively, read each question, answer it aloud in your own words, and then compare your response with the card. Pay attention to the first sentence of each answer, since it gives the direct response, while the remaining sentences add context and examples. Try grouping terms into a simple diagram, such as situation, thought, feeling, and behavior, and connect each new term to that diagram. Review the cards in mixed order over several sessions so you can recall ideas without relying on their sequence. Remember that this material is educational and describes general principles rather than clinical advice.